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Where to Eat in Northern Ireland: Top Spots for Every Taste

Northern Ireland is proud of its food and drink heritage because there’s so much that’s good here. The incredible local produce, the skill of its rising food stars and a commitment to holding on to the best of its traditional cuisine. In fact, all the ingredients for one of the most exciting food scenes around.

Top Belfast Restaurants for Local Flavour and Global Style

One of visiting, and local, foodies’ favourites is the excellent OX restaurant. The brainchild of two long-standing friends, it overlooks the River Lagan and is known for its unique creative take on seasonal foods.

If you like some comfort with your chic, Café Parisien combines the best of both worlds. French-inspired brasserie classics come with a modern twist here. There’s industrial chic at Coppi who bring contemporary Italian and Venetian-inspired cicchetti to the city’s Cathedral Quarter. Or if you fancy some ‘home’ cooking, try Home. Holder of a Michelin Bib Gourmand since 2014, it’s reasonably-priced and seasonal feel-good food with service that’s second to none.

You can go bistro with a New York vibe at James St. Or go truly local at the Mourne Seafood Bar - a great city centre spot for freshly-caught affordable seafood.

Top Places to Eat Near Belfast: Local Gems & Hidden Delights

Just outside Belfast, Sleepy Hollow loves artisan, sourcing venison and lamb from their neighbour’s farm. The Rare Breed Pork and game come from their own gamekeeper. The result is intriguing modern Irish food that’s fresh, seasonal and great value. You’ll find contemporary fine food - with a traditional Irish Pub experience - at Sixty Six in Larne. Or try The Dairy for cosy breakfasts and lunch.

The Lighthouse Bistro off Whitehead’s colourful promenade is a small, award-winning family-run restaurant that makes everything from scratch – and from local produce. Castello Italia brings a passion for innovative Italian cooking to Carrickfergus. And for authentic BBQ smokehouse flavours, try The Castle Kitchen & Bar at Galgorm Castle Golf Club.

Or, if you’re in Ballymena, the Clockhouse Restaurant, at the Leighmohr House Hotel, serves up skilfully-prepared dishes using fresh local produce. It’s also a favourite for afternoon teas on Fridays and Saturdays.

Where to Eat in Armagh and Beyond: Local Taste with Global Flair

Mulberry Bistro sits opposite Armagh city’s Roman Catholic St. Patrick’s Cathedral – a spectacular backdrop for any meal. Here, locally sourced produce finds its way to the menu every day. Uluru Bar & Grill, inspired by bustling Melbourne pop up restaurants, brings an Australian flavour to the city centre. And Embers is as well-known for its friendly staff as it is for its tasty family-friendly food.

At The Scullery restaurant and bistro, traditional homemade food is the star attraction. Though the warm and welcoming atmosphere comes a close second. Sinton’s at the Bridge gives you tradition with a modern edge. Digby’s Bar and Restaurant is an award-winning gastro pub on the tree-lined main street of Killylea or try Camlough’s Yellow Heifer. A hit with meat eaters, it does imaginative vegetarian too.

Top Places to Eat Along the Causeway Coastal Route

It’s upstairs and downstairs at two local and reasonably-priced Ballycastle favourites. Anzac restaurant, above the pub of the same name, offers an interesting menu of responsibly sourced seasonal fare. The subterranean Cellar, with its church pew seating and stone-washed walls, also serves up the best from local fishermen and food producers.

In Portrush, have some fun in the unique mix of restaurants, bistros and bars in the Ramore Complex.

Portstewart Golf Club is home to the sensational restaurant, Eighteen Ninety-Four. Or if you’re down by the water’s edge, pop into Harry’s Shack. It’s got fantastic seafood. And a fantastic reputation. The Point Bar and Restaurant is all about location too - right on the shore at Magilligan Point. And at family-owned Harry's in Cushendall, there’s always wholesome goodness and a friendly welcome.

At Bushmills Townhouse on the stunning Causeway Coast, enjoy the ambience of modern dining with exceptional local produce and an Italian twist. Modern brasserie food with a nod to Irish classics is yours to enjoy at the wonderful Tartine at The Distillers Arms - perhaps after a tour of the legendary distillery or before a trip to the Giant’s Causeway, just three kilometres away.

Best Places to Eat in Derry-Londonderry: From Fine Dining to Local Favourites

The elegant Bishop’s Gate Hotel within the city walls is a stylish setting for a special dinner, with both the Gown Restaurant and the Wig Champagne Bar - which also hosts local music performers in its Gigs at the Wig.

Award-winning Browns in Town is loved by local and visiting foodies alike - and known for its excellent food, trendy venue and warm hospitality. It’s also a top spot for speciality cocktails.

At Caterina’s at the Da Vinci Hotel you get a modern-day bistro with a good-time feel.

And for true Derry-Londonderry flavour, the multi-award winning Walled City Brewery is a must for flavoursome food and local craft beer.

Great Places to Eat Across County Down & Beyond

For farm fresh flavour, try Ashvale Farm Shop and Tearooms, just 10 minutes from Belfast. Passionate about the remarkable local food and drink produced on their doorstep, the Herron family can’t wait to share it with you. Or check out Mill Farm and Deli where sustainability also comes first.

In Royal Hillsborough, Hara (from the Old English word for hare) serves up fresh and seasonal delights in their stylish neighbourhood restaurant. And, in Bangor, The Coq & Bull offers good honest soulful food - with no tricks, just treats.

In Newcastle, Villa Vinci looks to its Mediterranean origins to bring you delicious, locally sourced dishes, just minutes from the beach. Great Jones Craft and Kitchen do casual dining with a twist – and an amazing selection of craft beers from around Ireland, Britain and across the Atlantic.

Amazing things happen at Noble in Holywood too, a highly-regarded and exciting restaurant with a menu that changes with the seasons. Brunel’s has dishes to inspire, so get ready for bold and creative gourmet here. Or if the taste of the sea is what you fancy, make tracks for Mourne Seafood in Dundrum.

There’s plenty of atmosphere at No. 14 at The Georgian House in Comber, with centuries of history and a modern take on Irish cuisine. While, at the Tap Room at Hilden Brewery, you’ll find magic brewing and award-winning cuisine. (closed until 2026).

Three-time Great British Menu contender, chef Chris McGowan, is the force behind Wine & Brine in Moira. Show-casing the best of local produce served in a contemporary way, it gives full rein to Chris’s natural culinary flair and features some signature pickling, brining and fermenting.

Fine Dining and Local Flavours in Fermanagh and Enniskillen

Vaulted ceilings and ornate stonework provide all the atmosphere you need to enjoy exceptionally fine dining at 28 at The Hollow. Rated one of the world’s top restaurants, it gives classics a global twist in its modern cuisine. This is a culinary adventure where textures and flavours bring out the best in already stunning local ingredients.

Catalina restaurant, at the Lough Erne Resort (5*) transforms seasonal produce into show-stopping classic and contemporary dishes. Tully Mill Restaurant is a charming eatery tucked away on the edge of Florence Court Estate in Fermanagh, run by local chef John Roche. It features a menu of traditional dishes with modern twists, made from locally sourced, seasonal ingredients.

Franco's Restaurant in Enniskillen is a vibrant, buzzing place, with a reputation for excellent mussels, crab and seafood. Make a breakfast date at The Jolly Sandwich Bar or pop in for a quick and tasty lunch.

Best Places to Eat Across County Tyrone

Oysters Restaurant, in Strabane town centre, is fine dining at its, well, finest. Multi-award winning, it delights every time with the best in 100% locally sourced produce, re-imagined in new ways.

For gastropub goodness, look no further than the Brewer’s House. Or try Viscounts in Dungannon. It’s one of the area’s best-loved restaurants – due to the fresh, seasonal food. And the Cathedral-style, gothic stained glass that gives it an intriguingly medieval feel. Firm favourite Salleys Restaurant is all about the detail and keeping up with changing food trends, so that everyone will find something to enjoy here.

With some of the best restaurants around, and everything from treat-yourself afternoon teas to cutting-edge culinary experiences, Northern Ireland has it all. Perhaps that’s why visitors find there’s as much adventure in the food as there is in the place itself.

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Dining at Rosspark Hotel

Kells

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20 Doagh Road, Kells, County Antrim, BT42 3LZ

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+44 (0) 28 2589 1663

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Situated in 10 acres of grounds in the beautiful County Antrim countryside within easy reach of the airport and harbour, formal and informal dining is excellently catered for at the Rosspark Hotel, where a world of wonderful cuisine is waiting for…

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Burrendale Hotel, Lounge and Bar

Newcastle

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51 Castlewellan Road, Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0JY

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+44 (0) 28 4372 2599

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The Burrendale Hotel, Country Club & Spa is a leading four-star Hotel in Newcastle, County Down, Northern Ireland, nestled beneath the Mountains of Mourne. Located just 45 minutes from Belfast or Newry, The Burrendale Hotel, Country Club & Spa is…

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Uluru Bar & Grill

Armagh

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3-5 Market Street, Armagh, County Armagh, BT61 7BX

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+44 (0) 28 3751 8051

gday@ulurubarandgrill.com

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Uluru Bar & Grill is an award winning restaurant based in Armagh city’s historic marketplace area. Awarded for its casual dining, the Australian neighbourhood style restaurant celebrates authentic cooking with an Australian twist.

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Bryson’s Bar

Magherafelt

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28 Union Road, Magherafelt, County Londonderry, BT45 5DF

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+44 (0) 28 7963 2473

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Bryson’s Magherafelt is Mid-Ulster’s premier entertainment venue. Choose from four bars on three levels, or hire the private function areas for any occasion. Private car parking is also available.

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The Firehouse

Enniskillen

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26 Townhall Street, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, BT74 7BA

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+44 (0) 28 6632 5210

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The Firehouse Bar & Grill is one known by the locals and visitors to be one of Enniskillen's best eateries and cocktail bars in the town. Boasting a menu full of flavours and great choice, cooked from a stone baked pizza oven and famous bertha oven,…

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Curran Court Hotel Restaurant

Larne

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6 Redlands Road, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 1FD

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+44 (0) 28 2827 5505

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For over four decades, The Restaurant at Curran Court Hotel has been a cherished culinary haven in Larne, celebrated for its locally renowned well-selected menu, home cooking, and friendly professional staff. Our chefs lovingly curate modern takes…

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Harry's Restaurant

Cushendall

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10-12 Mill Street, Cushendall, County Antrim, BT44 0RR

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+44 (0) 28 2177 2022

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Situated in the heart of the Nine Glens of Antrim serving the finest sustainable local seafood and beef that Northern Ireland has to offer and a range of exceptional wines in a relaxing setting.

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The Olderfleet Bar & Garden Venue

Larne

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42 Fleet Street, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 1BA

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+44 (0) 28 2827 2007

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The Olderfleet in Larne blends historic charm with modern flair, offering award-winning dining, live entertainment, a dog-friendly garden, and stylish event spaces - perfect for locals, visitors, and special celebrations alike.

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TAAJ Restaurant

Magherafelt

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44 Queen Street, Magherafelt, County Londonderry, BT45 6AB

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+44 (0) 28 7930 0661

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TAAJ - Traditional, Authentic, Aromatic Journey.
Opened in 2013, situated on Queens Street Magherafelt opposite Meadowlane Shopping Centre and the town’s main public car park. For those who fancy a night on the town where there are many top bars and…

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Deli on the Green

Dungannon

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19 Beechvalley, Dungannon, County Tyrone, BT71 7BN

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+44 (0) 28 8775 1775

delionthegreen@btconnect.com

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Deli on the Green serves its clientele the freshest foods, sourced from a selection of local artisan producers. Our dishes are prepared simply to showcase the quality of ingredients used and let the taste of our region’s best produce shine through.

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Denvir's of Downpatrick

Downpatrick

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Denvir's Coaching Inn, 14-16 English Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6AB

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+44 (0) 28 4461 2012

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A charming Coaching Inn dating from 1642 providing bed and breakfast with restaurant service daily and entertainment four nights per week. Meals can be served in the restaurant, the bar, and in either of two function rooms, suitable for larger…

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Browns in Town

Derry~Londonderry

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21 Strand Road, Derry~Londonderry, County Londonderry, BT48 7BJ

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+44 (0) 28 7136 2889

eat@brownsintown.com

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Welcome to Browns in Town, where vibrant flavors and exceptional service converge in the heart of Derry. Our award-winning restaurant prides itself on serving up a culinary experience like no other, with a focus on seasonal, locally sourced produce…

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La Sosta Restaurant

Derry~Londonderry

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45a Carlisle Road, Derry~Londonderry, County Londonderry, BT48 6JJ

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+44 (0) 28 7137 4817

mantonucci@talktalk.net

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La Sosta Restaurant, run and owned by Claudio and Maureen Antonucci, has gained a reputation as one of the North West's finest restaurants.

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Blackbird

Derry~Londonderry

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24 Foyle Street, Derry~Londonderry, County Londonderry, BT48 6AP

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+44 (0) 28 7136 2111

sarah@blackbirdderry.com

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Blackbird is a newly established free house offering a generous range of brews from Derry, Northern Ireland and beyond. Our carefully selected beer list will satisfy the most ardent hophead.

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Home

Belfast

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22 Wellington Place, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 6GE

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+44 (0) 28 9023 4946

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The food at Home is vibrant and bold yet familiar and comforting making customers happy. Made fresh every day, free from preservatives and colourings, they always try to source their foods locally from Northern Ireland serving feel-good food using…

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Little Wing Pizzeria, Lisburn Road

Belfast

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322 Lisburn Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT9 6GH

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+44 (0) 28 9066 6000

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At Little Wing we tirelessly search for the finest fresh ingredients which we cook using time honoured methods in our traditional Wood Stone oven, all served in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

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Little Wing Pizzeria, Enniskillen

Enniskillen

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23-25 High Street, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, BT74 7DQ

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+44 (0) 28 6632 0834

info@littlewingpizzeria.com

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At Little Wing we couldn’t be more passionate about our pizza – just taste one of our yummy, traditionally made Naples style pizzas and you'll know what we're talking about. We tirelessly search for the finest fresh ingredients which we cook using…

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The Causerie at The Europa Hotel

Belfast

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Europa Hotel Belfast, Great Victoria Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT2 7AP

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+44 (0) 28 9027 1066

causerie@eur.hastinghotels.com

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With some of the best views in Belfast, this bustling contemporary bistro has provenance stamped all over its menu. The a la carte menu is available all day. Signature dishes include Glenarm Organic Roast Salmon and Northern Irish Dexter Sirloins.

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Bistro at the Courthouse

Bushmills

Address

75 Main Street, Bushmills, County Antrim, BT57 8QD

Telephone
0044 7776192185

trudy@bistroatthecourthouse.com

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Restaurant

Bistro at the Courthouse serves local produce, homemade breads like sourdough and focaccia, with local beers and fine wines.

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5 June 2026to31 Oct 2026Various Opening Times

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5 June 2026to31 Oct 2026Various Opening Times

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Great Jones Craft & Kitchen

Newcastle

Address

Main Street, Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0AA

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 4372 3328

contact@greatjones.co.uk

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Restaurant

Bringing a fresh and exciting spin to the restaurant scene in Newcastle, Co Down – Great Jones Craft & Kitchen deliver a casual dining experience with a focus on quality and style.

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